Saturday, September 26 is Michigan’s Downtown Day—and there are plenty of ways to celebrate right here in downtown Escanaba. Make a day of it by exploring the businesses, restaurants, arts and local attractions that make downtown Escanaba special.
🛍️ Shop Local
Take a stroll along Ludington Street and stop into your favorite stores, boutiques, specialty shops and local businesses. Discover something new, support a local business and maybe find a few treasures along the way.
🍽️ Eat & Drink Local
Grab breakfast, lunch or dinner at a downtown restaurant, café or bar. Meet up with friends, enjoy a drink and make a local business part of your Downtown Day adventure.
🌽 Visit the Farmers Market
Start your Saturday at the Escanaba Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon at the Escanaba Marketplace. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items and other local products while visiting with area vendors.
🎨 Experience Local Art
Make time to visit the Bonifas Arts Center and see what’s happening in the galleries. Support local artists by stopping in to the East Ludington Gallery. Discover local creativity and add a little art to your Downtown Day.
🚶 Explore Downtown
Take your time walking downtown, visiting businesses and discovering places you may not have visited before. Bring family and friends, make a day of it and enjoy the newly reopened Ludington Street.
However you choose to celebrate, Downtown Day is about getting out, exploring your community and supporting the people who make downtown Escanaba thrive.
Shop local. Dine local. Enjoy local. Celebrate Downtown Escanaba!
